J1 In Country Seasonal Employees

Sorrel River Ranch; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shifts

Affordable on-site housing

Tips where applicable

Cultural exchange opportunities

Job summary

Sorrel River Ranch in Moab, Utah, is hiring for hospitality leadership roles across housekeeping, front desk, reservations, and food & beverage. Join a Four-Diamond luxury guest ranch along the Colorado River and help deliver exceptional guest experiences in a stunning desert setting.

Ideal candidates have supervisory experience in hospitality, a relevant degree, strong work ethic, and a willingness to work flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• 5 years of supervisory experience in hospitality leadership.
• Undergraduate degree in hospitality or related field preferred.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support hospitality teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Coordinate across housekeeping, front desk, reservations, and culinary teams.
• Contribute to a positive, service-driven work environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Hospitality leadership

Flexible schedules

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in hospitality

Job description

About Sorrel River Ranch

Sorrel River Ranch is a Four-Diamond luxury guest ranch along the Colorado River, surrounded by 240 acres of stunning red-rock country. Just 17 miles from Moab and close to Arches and Canyonlands, Sorrel is where adventure, great food, genuine hospitality, and meaningful connection come together.

Our team is at the heart of the experience. We’re looking for people who take pride in what they do, enjoy working with others, and want to be part of something special in one of the most beautiful places in the West.

Come work somewhere beautiful, be part of a great team, and make every day an adventure.

J-1 Visa Opportunities

Join the Sorrel River Ranch Team

Looking for an opportunity to work, explore, and experience life in one of the most incredible places in the American West?

Sorrel River Ranch & Spa is welcoming motivated, hardworking team members through J-1 visa programs for a variety of hospitality and ranch positions.

Whether you’re passionate about hospitality, food, the outdoors, or working with your hands, there may be a place for you on our team.

Come for the experience. Stay for the adventure.

Available Positions

We’re hiring across a variety of departments, including:

• Housekeeping
• Front Desk & Guest Services
• Reservations
• Restaurant Servers
• Kitchen & Culinary
• And other seasonal hospitality opportunities

What We’re Looking For

You don’t have to know everything on day one. We’re looking for people who are reliable, hardworking, positive, curious, and ready to be part of a team.

Ideal candidates will have:

• 5 years of supervisory experience in hospitality leadership
• Undergraduate degree in hospitality, completed or currently in school.
• A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• A genuine interest in hospitality, ranch life, or the outdoors.
• Previous hospitality, customer service, culinary, or related experience is a plus.
• The ability to work well with a diverse team.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• A willingness to learn, contribute, and jump in wherever needed.

J-1 Opportunities

Our J-1 opportunities can be a great fit for eligible students and cultural-exchange participants looking to gain professional experience while experiencing American hospitality and life in the Moab area.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Tips where applicable
• Free meals during shifts
• Affordable on-site housing, subject to availability
• Cultural exchange opportunities for eligible J-1 participants
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment
• The opportunity to live and work surrounded by red-rock cliffs, the Colorado River, and some of the best outdoor adventure in the country
• Easy access to hiking, biking, climbing, rafting, UTV adventures, national parks, and everything Moab has to offer

Come Experience Sorrel

Working at Sorrel is about more than a seasonal job. It’s an opportunity to meet people from around the world, experience ranch life, explore the desert, and become part of a community in an unforgettable setting.

Work hard. Explore often. Make lifelong memories.

Our team can provide information about available positions and the applicable visa process. Visa sponsorship and placement are subject to program eligibility, availability, and applicable requirements.

Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.